"Henry and Mudge are back for a holiday treat . The sound effects and narration make the story come alive...Suzanne Toren voices each character with different animated tones. A great addition to the series."-School Library Journal

"Suzanne Toren narrates Cynthia Rylant's story with distinctive voices for each character...Gentle background noises add to the presentation...This high quality production would be a worthwhile acquisition"--School Library Journal

"Henry is thrilled when his cousin Annie, who used to live far away, moves in next door. When Annie longs for a pet of her own, Henry, who remembers how much fun it was to get a new pet, tries to help Annie find the perfect...Suzanne Toren's lively narration, upbeat background music, and some sound effects enhance this enjoyable tale."-School Library Journal

"...Schools and public libraries will find this useful and very popular." - School Library Journal

"...Sure to be popular with parents, teachers and emerging readers, this cassette/book provides an enjoyable reading experience that will boost the confidence of new readers. - School Library Journal

"Rylant's tale reinforces a reassuring message about simple activities and loving families...pleasing sound effects and soothing background music...Beginning readers will surely enjoyÖ" - Booklist

"...the mystery and fascination of a code-cracking spy kit...makes for absorbing readalong material, and narrator Suzanne Toren's kid-friendly pace is also just rightÖ" --AudioFile

"...Youngsters will want to listen to the tape and read along again and again...an excellent production..."- School Library Journal

"This audio presentation enhances an already delightful story." --School Library Journal

"...tells about Henry's sick day from school, Mudge's illness and visit to the vet, and their recuperation...School and public libraries can use this readalong for units on friendship, pets and illnesses." - School Library Journal